Origin
San Angelo, TX
Afternoon in San Angelo on Sunday
Local time
3:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from San Angelo, TX to El Paso, TX
Drive Time
6h 57m
Distance
403.8 mi
650 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$62
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 46m
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6 AM
6h 58m
8 AM
7h 21m
10 AM
7h 6m
12 PM
7h 3m
3 PM
7h 7m
5 PM
7h 19m
8 PM
6h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
San Angelo, TX
Mark Direen
El Paso, TX
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Trip Overview
Traveling from San Angelo to El Paso spans 403.8 miles and typically takes about 6 hours and 57 minutes of driving time. Because this route stays within the Great Plains region of Texas, you can expect a consistent, straightforward landscape throughout your journey. With a total estimated fuel cost of $62, it is a manageable trek that works well as a single-day trip. You will navigate via East 3rd Street and Reagan Street before transitioning onto the major interstate network. While it is certainly possible to complete this drive in one go, planning for at least one stop will help keep you fresh behind the wheel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
201.9 miles from San Angelo, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 38m into the drive .
Drive Character
This journey features a mixed-drive profile, beginning with local navigation on East 3rd Street and Reagan Street before hitting the open road. Roughly 53% of your travel occurs on the highway, anchored by a significant 166-mile stretch on I-10. You should prepare for long, steady segments where speed remains constant, followed by transition periods as you move between local roads and the interstate. The character of the road is functional and direct, requiring you to maintain focus during those extended stretches on the highway. Expect a transition from the regional roads of San Angelo into the high-speed, wide-open environment of the I-10 corridor.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 10 is the longest continuous segment at about 166 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Chadbourne Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 57m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 4 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Chadbourne Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (West Beauregard Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 403 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South Chadbourne Street
Turn left onto South Chadbourne Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West Beauregard Avenue
Turn right onto West Beauregard Avenue
Navigation decision point
8
403 mi into trip
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~6h 56m in
Take the exit toward Missouri Avenue, Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 19B
Toward Missouri Avenue, Downtown
4
403.5 mi into trip
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~6h 57m in
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TX 20 / North Mesa Street
Turn left onto TX 20 / North Mesa Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 166 mi | 2h 42m |
| East 3rd Street | 120 mi | 1h 59m |
| Reagan Street | 64.9 mi | 1h 12m |
| US Highway 67 South | 22.7 mi | 25m |
| US 67 | 19 mi | 21m |
| United States Highway 67 | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| Sherwood Way | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| West Beauregard Avenue | 1.6 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 166 mi, about 2h 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between San Angelo, TX and El Paso, TX.
1
Start on East Harris Avenue
73 ft
·
9 sec
·
East Harris Avenue
2
Turn left onto South Chadbourne Street
496 ft
·
14 sec
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South Chadbourne Street
3
Turn right onto West Beauregard Avenue
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
West Beauregard Avenue
4
Continue on US 67 Bus
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Sherwood Way
5
Continue on US 67
23 mi
·
25 min
·
US Highway 67 South
6
Continue on US 67
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
United States Highway 67
7
Continue on US 67
19 mi
·
21 min
·
US 67
8
Continue on US 67
65 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
·
Reagan Street
9
Continue on US 67
120 mi
·
1 hr 59 min
·
East 3rd Street
10
Continue on I 10
166 mi
·
2 hr 42 min
·
I 10
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 19B
Toward Missouri Avenue, Downtown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn straight onto East Missouri Avenue
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
East Missouri Avenue
13
Turn left onto TX 20
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
North Mesa Street
14
Arrive at destination
North Mesa Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 403.8-mile trip, aim to depart early in the morning to avoid the heat and traffic peaks. Since the route requires roughly 7 hours of driving, budget for at least one planned stop to stretch your legs and refuel, keeping your $62 gas estimate in mind. Given that the longest uninterrupted stretch is 166 miles on I-10, ensure your vehicle is topped off before heading onto the interstate to avoid unnecessary detours. Flexibility is a major advantage here; while you can push through in one day, don't hesitate to take an extra break if you find the rhythm of the long highway stretches tiring. Prioritize checking your tire pressure before leaving, as the sustained highway speeds can be demanding on your vehicle.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 201.9 miles from San Angelo, TX, or about 3h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 166 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 89 miles or 1h 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 201.9 miles or 3h 38m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near El Paso, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving San Angelo, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from San Angelo, TX
This is one driving day of about 403.8 miles and 6h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 89 miles from San Angelo, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 166 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 201.9 mi from San Angelo, TX · 3h 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
202 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 89 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 201.9 miles from San Angelo, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 166 miles.
Arriving in El Paso, TX
The final approach into El Paso, TX usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around El Paso, TX.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$61.68 one way
$123.37 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
141 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $67.60 | $135.19 |
| premium | $4.59 | $72.99 | $145.97 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $89.71 | $179.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$62
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$87–$112
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 141.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $42 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 121.1 | 1 | $42.40 | $19.38 |
| Efficient EV | 101 | 1 | $35.33 | $16.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 161.5 | 2 | $56.53 | $25.84 |
Gas CO2
141 kg
EV CO2
47 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
El Paso, TX
Afternoon in El Paso on Sunday
Local time
2:29 PM
MDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
6h 57m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from San Angelo, TX to El Paso, TX covers 403.8 miles and takes about 6h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, East 3rd Street, Reagan Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 201.9 miles from San Angelo, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $61.68 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 57m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 4 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Chadbourne Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (West Beauregard Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 403 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from San Angelo, TX to El Paso, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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